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Z68.29

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Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

A measurement of body weight relative to height (BMI) between 29.0-29.9, indicating the person is in the overweight category approaching obesity for adults.

Coding Tips

  • •This code represents the highest BMI in the overweight category; ensure it does not exceed 30.0 or it should be coded as obese instead
  • •Document any counseling or interventions related to weight management in the medical record

Code Hierarchy

└Z68Body mass index [BMI]└Z68.2Body mass index [BMI] 20-29, adult└Z68.29Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult
└Z68.29Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult

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